While the album’s themes of mortality might suggest a somber listening experience, Circa Waves manages to transform these heavy subjects into something life-affirming and occasionally even jubilant.
Review, Arts, Music
‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’: The Weeknd’s Farewell to a Legendary Persona
Tesfaye’s direction with this album is clear: It is a final album to showcase his proficiency under each umbrella of music before he moves on to something bigger. And, to nobody’s surprise, he hits the mark on all of them.
Arts, Review
New Faces, Same Formula: The Bachelor Season 29 Premiere
By the finale, he must choose a fiancee, and although it might seem straightforward, this reality TV show will keep you on your toes.
Arts, Movies, Review
‘Flight Risk’ Struggles To Maintain Its Course
Flight Risk fails to create a layered situation worth investing in, and as a result, it is unable to stick the landing.
Movies, Review, Arts
With the Near Impossible Task of Encapsulating Dylan, ‘A Complete Unknown’ Goes Safe
A great biopic manages to find a balance between these elements, upholding entertainment value while maintaining a complete and honest story. For the timespan that A Complete Unknown covers, it walks this line deftly.
Arts, Movies, Review
‘Y2K’ is an Entertaining Romp Through Late-’90s Nostalgia
Overall, Y2K’s charm is the thing that wins the audience over—at least, it won me over. Its eagerness combined with its unique story and wacky humor make it something special.
Arts, Music, Review
Beyond Pop’s Boundaries: Dua Lipa’s Orchestral Triumph at Royal Albert Hall
In reimagining her catalog with such ambition and grace, Lipa has created more than just a live album—she’s made a compelling argument for pop music’s place in the grand traditions of musical performance.
Arts, Movies, Review
‘A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter’ is the Holiday Entertainment We All Need
If you’re thinking a red-and-green performance is all you’re getting from the newcomer pop star, you’re in for a treat. Packed with hilarious skits and dialogue, you’ll find yourself ho-ho-ho-ing while sitting on your couch.
Music, Review, Arts
BLACKPINK’s Rosé Makes a Heart-Wrenching Debut Album About ‘The Ex’
Rosie shows a vulnerable side of the singer, marking a bold departure from BLACKPINK’s previous company-controlled discography. While the group is known for exuding self-confidence and female empowerment, rosie offers a more meaningful inside look into the artist’s life.
Arts, Music, Review
‘The Party Never Ends’ … But Should it Have?
For an artist of Juice WRLD’s caliber, this album should have been a carefully curated celebration of his life and music. Instead, it comes across as a cash grab, with little regard for quality, coherence, or Juice’s fans.
